Diamondbacks: McCarthy's Demotion, Fletcher's Promise

Jake McCarthy's Demotion

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Rookie outfielder Fletcher shines with a .308 batting average, 2 home runs, and 13 RBIs.

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Diamondbacks kick off a long homestand with a game against the Boston Red Sox.

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Brandon Pfaadt on the Mound

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Fletcher's Promising Future

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Conclusion

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Diamondbacks: McCarthy's Demotion, Fletcher's Promise

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Jake McCarthy's Demotion

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McCarthy's Strong Performance in Reno

Rookie outfielder Fletcher shines with a .308 batting average, 2 home runs, and 13 RBIs.

Diamondbacks kick off a long homestand with a game against the Boston Red Sox.

Brandon Pfaadt on the Mound

Fletcher's Promising Future

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